CHRIS BOTTI

Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti brings his celebrated sound to the Birchmere for a two-night engagement, showcasing the lyrical, cross-genre jazz that has made him one of the most enduring instrumentalists of the past three decades. Known for his warm, melodic tone and collaborations with icons spanning pop, rock, soul, and classical music, Botti’s concerts blend intimate jazz-club energy with the sweep of a symphony. His set typically weaves together original compositions, jazz standards, and reimagined pop classics, often accompanied by a band of virtuosos and, at this venue, possibly special guests. This show offers fans a rare chance to see a platinum-selling artist in an acoustically celebrated room.

When: Friday, December 4, 2026 and Saturday, December 5, 2026. The raw page lists a showtime of 7:30 pm on December 5; a separate event for December 4 may have similar timing but is not detailed in the provided text.

Showtimes: 7:30 pm on Saturday, December 5 (and likely the same time on Friday, December 4).

Tickets: $110.00 per ticket. Purchasing through Ticketmaster adds a fee, bringing the total to $138.25. Tickets bought directly at the Birchmere Box Office are $117.00 (no service fee). The box office is open any show night from 5–9 pm.

Lineup: Chris Botti (trumpet, flugelhorn) plus his touring ensemble. He has collaborated with Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and many others, and his set may draw from that vast repertoire.

Venue: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Phone: 703-549-7500.

Note: The show is listed as a Saturday night performance, but the official event dates include both Friday and Saturday. The raw page does not specify an age restriction, run time, or accessibility details; contact the venue for such information.